West Side woes: Homelessness, drug use and other problems plague streets of Manhattan beyond encampments

Homelessness, drug use, and public disturbances are escalating on Manhattan's West Side, particularly near the Intrepid Museum and Times Square, with residents and workers reporting unsafe conditions. A homeless encampment on West 45th Street and areas near the Port Authority Bus Terminal feature individuals using drugs, public urination, and erratic behavior, prompting calls for intervention.